1970s Marita by Anthony Muto Pink Jeresey Wrapped Halter Dress designer-zandra-rhodes Woven through that silk is

Woven through that silk is a gold lurex thread to give the dress its metallic finish

It cinches in with a fitted waist and below that the skirt is a full circle skirt

This dress and jacket set combines the richness of a black velvet with an elaborate and brilliant design

At the back the fabric curves around and wraps to meet with a circle suggesting a large bloom blossoming across your shoulder blade

Were this an earlier version that was entirely made by hand you could easily add expect to add a '1' to the front of the listed price

1970s Marita by Anthony Muto Pink Jeresey Wrapped Halter Dress designer-zandra-rhodes Woven through that silk isAnthony Muto launched his Marita label in 1971 with a focus on affordable evening wear with a relaxed sportswear feel. He did not believe in 'throwaway' clothing and the items for this line were well made and meant to last. Jersey is a notoriously difficult fabric to work with and on this dress he uses its fluidity and drape as an asset. The color choice also adds to the impact and I love the bright pink of it. The fabric is slinky and sensual and the